Whitburn, Edinburgh and the Lothians
Bungalow rear extension in Whitburn
Bungalow rear extension in Whitburn: single-storey rear extensions that keep everything on one level. We measure the house, show you what the rules allow, price it in writing and build it.
Whitburn and its postcode districts EH47 and EH48 are part of our Edinburgh and the Lothians coverage. For Whitburn bungalows we design the roof first, because the low eaves decide the height of the new room.
Book a free site visit
Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Whitburn?
Guide prices for a bungalow rear extension in Whitburn start from our Scotland rate of £1,760–£2,850 per square metre, including VAT. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £21,000–£34,000 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £42,000–£68,500 |
These are guide ranges; the written quote after the survey is the figure that counts.
Do you need planning permission for a bungalow rear extension in Whitburn?
The planning route for a bungalow rear extension in Whitburn is set by Scotland's householder rules and your council.
In Scotland a single-storey rear extension can be permitted development under Class 1A: eaves no higher than 3 metres and an overall height of 4 metres, and where any part is within 1 metre of a boundary it can project no more than 3 metres on a terraced house or 4 metres on other houses. The rights do not apply in conservation areas, and a building warrant is still needed before work starts.
Scotland has no larger-extension prior approval route; extensions beyond permitted development need a planning application.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent. At the first visit we measure what is there now and tell you which route fits: permitted development or a planning application, plus the building warrant.
What are homes in Whitburn like to extend?
Post-war semis and terraces are common around Whitburn, and many have room for a single-storey rear extension within Class 1A limits.
How a bungalow rear extension in Whitburn comes together
Free site visit
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
Options and costs
We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for the building warrant.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the accepted completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Bungalow rear extensions near Whitburn
From Whitburn, the nearest places we also cover are Armadale (1.3 miles) and Bathgate (2.9 miles).
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FAQ
Bungalow rear extension questions in Whitburn
Will I need a structural engineer?
Yes for the beam over the new opening and usually the foundations; we arrange them and their calculations go to building control.
Do you handle building control in Whitburn?
Yes. We apply for the building warrant before work starts and submit the completion certificate at the end.
Can a bungalow extension be fully accessible?
Yes: level thresholds, wider doors and a wet room are straightforward to design in.
Can I live at home while the extension is built?
Usually yes. Most of the work is outside until the back wall is opened near the end, and that stage is screened off.
What postcode areas do you cover around Whitburn?
Including EH47 and EH48, and the surrounding Edinburgh and the Lothians area.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Whitburn house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.